Explain criteria for dominant caste. How far is this concept still crucial to our understanding of India’s villages after implementation of Reservation in democratic institutions? Discuss. (L.Q -2001)

Village Studies are crucial to the understanding of Indian life and culture. Who were the pioneer anthropologists to undertake such Studies? Give a comprehensive Picture of any one of them. (L.Q – 1998)

Child mortality in rural areas (S.N – 1996)

Forms of labour bondage in Indian Agriculture (S.N – 1991)

What is the notion of folk urban continuum in the study of peasant society? Is it applicable to Indian conditions? (L.Q – 1991)

Discuss the major concepts and approaches employed by the anthropologists in the study of peasant society in India. (L.Q -1990)

Peasant Society (S.N – 1985)

5.2 Linguistic and Religious minorities and their Social, Political & Economic status

What are the various exogenous processes of socio-cultural changes in Indian Society? (20 Marks — 2009)

Critically examine concepts of little & Great Traditions for understanding Indian Villages.(L.Q 2008)

Critically review the process of social changes the contemporary Indian society is undergoing. (L.Q – 2006)

Sanskritization and westernization. (S.N – 2002)

Great Traditions (S.N – 1999)

Distinguish between Sanskritization and de – sanskritization. Critically examine the impact of Sanskritization on Social Mobility in India (LQ -1999)

Do you think that the process of Sanskritization leads to any structural changes in the society? Discuss with reference to the Modern Indian Society. (L.Q – 1994)

Discuss in what way the study of great tradition and little tradition is essential for understanding the cultural processes of Indian Civilization. (L.Q -1992).

Relationship between Sanskritizatjon and Westernization as process of socio cultural change. (S.N- 1991)

Sanskritization as a factor o social change among the scheduled castes of India. (S.N – 1990)

‘Tradition is a single unbroken chain’. Discuss this statement throwing light on the relevance of the use of the terms great tradition And little tradition in India in the fields of (a) religion (b) kinship and (C) Agriculture. (L.Q – 1987)

Discuss how the concepts of sanskritization & westernization explain the process of change in Indian Society &Culture. (L.Q – 1986)

6.1 Tribal situation in India

Elwin – Ghurye debate on Tribes. (10Marks 2015)

Socioeconomic characteristics of Shifting cultivators. (10Marks 2015)

Biogenetic variations of Indian tribes (10Marks 2014)

Social and economic marginalization of tribal people (10Marks 2014)

Threat to tribal languages in India.(10Marks – 2013)

Linguistic classification of Indian tribes.(10Marks – 2013)

Discuss the concept of ‘indigenous people’ as per the relevant UN convention. Are tribals of India indigenous people? Comment. (20Marks – 2012)

Discuss the linkages between language, territoriality and kinship among the tribes of North-East India. (30Marks – 2012)

Discuss the distinctive features of tribes in North east India. (30Marks – 2011)

Describe the Socio cultural factors related to the poor health Conditions of the Indian tribal population. Suggest measures for improving these conditions. (L.Q – 1995)

Factors responsible for tribal migration and its consequences.(S.N -1994)

Shifting cultivation in the context of land use pattern (S.N – 1993)

Tribal education (S.N – 1993)

Indebtedness and land alienation among Indian tribes (S.N – 1992) (S.N – 1986)

Land and forest are basic needs of tribal’s (S.N – 1992)

What are the major problems of the tribals in India? Evaluate the measures adopted by the central and state governments in India to solve these problems. (L.Q – 1992)

Discuss some major problems of the tribes of India. Make a critical evaluation of the measures adopted by the central and state Governments in India to solve these problems and account for their limited Success. (LQ – 1989)

6.3 Developmental projects and their impact on tribal Displacement and problems of Rehabilitation

Discuss the impact of Globalization on the livelihood of the tribal populations. (20Marks 2014)

Forest policy and tribes (10Marks 2014)

Impacts of sanctuaries and national parks on tribal populations.(10Marks – 2013)

Commodification of Tribal Art. (12Marks – 2012)

Critically examine the National Policy on Rehabilitation and Resettlement substantiating it with experiences from different parts of India. (30Marks – 2012)

Forest Rights Act—2006. (15Marks – 2011)

Discuss the problem of displaced tribal communities with the help of recent examples. (30Marks – 2011)

The impact of Urbanization and Industrialization on tribal women. (15Marks – 2011)

Tribal displacement. (15 Marks — 2010)

Critically examine the evaluation of Forest Policy in India since the British period. Discuss its impact on tribaIs. (60 Marks -2009)

Examine the impact of urbanization and industrialization on tribal economy in India. (L.Q – 2005)

Sustainable Development of Tribes (S.N – 2004)

Discuss the context, process and consequences of involuntary displacement among tribal communities in India and analyze the Problems of rehabilitation.(L.Q – 2004)

Discuss how forest is related to the tribal life. Critically examine how a change in forest policy and forest degradation has affected Tribal economy. (L.Q – 2003)

Indicate the main thrust of anthropological studies on development induced displacement and rehabilitation. Suggest a worthwhile rehabilitation package for displaced tribal’s to retain their sense of community belonging. (L.Q -2001)

Sustainable development (S.N – 1999)

Critically examine the forest policy in India right since the British period. Discuss its impact on tribal people. (L.Q – 1999)

Discuss the problem of tribal displacement in India. To what extent are development policies responsible for such displacement? Also explain the role of NGOs in providing the remedial measures to the affected people. (LQ – 1999)

Social forestry (S.N – 1998)

Point out the favorable and detrimental impacts of industrialization on rural population living in the vicinity areas. What are your Proposals for achieving a balance without harmful effects? (L.Q – 1993)

Effects of governmental policy regarding forests on Indian tribes (S.N-1991)

Large scale development and distress in tribal regions (S.N – 1988)

The impact of industrialization on the tribes of India created for them many problems. Discuss with suitable examples. (L.Q – 1986)

7.1 Problems of Exploitation and Deprivation of S.C’s, S.T’s and O.B.C’s

Critically examine the constitutional provisions for safeguarding the interests of Scheduled Tribes in India. (20Marks 2014)

Role of Governor in Fifth Schedule areas. (10Marks 2015)

Discuss the Social disabilities suffered by scheduled castes.(15Marks – 2013)

*Using suitable examples bring out the historical processes of the social exclusion of denotified tribes. (20Marks – 2012)

Panchayati Raj and the tribes (15 Marks — 2010)

Fifth Schedule of the Constitution. (20 Marks — 2009)

Constitutional safeguards for SCs. (S.N – 2007) (S.N – 1996)

National Commission for SCs and STs (S.N – 2004)

Critically examine the merits and demerits of reservation policy for the STs, SCs and Other Backward Castes. (L.Q – 2002)

Do you think that exploitation emanates from clash of self-interest between groups? Discuss in the context of tribal’s and non-tribals. (L.Q – 2002)

Scheduled Area (S.N-2001)

Distinguish between exploitation and deprivation of SCs (S.N – 1995)

Constitutional safeguards for STs (S.N – 1994) (S.N – 1987)

Describe the efficiency of the Legislative measures adopted by the government to tackle the socio economic problems of SCs. What Other measures would you suggest to tackle these problems? (L.Q – 1994)

What are the major socio economic problems faced by the SCs? Point out the criteria for diagnosis and suggest the remedial Measures (L.Q – 1993)

Evaluate the extent to which existing reservation for SCs and STs have led to social mobility among them. What suggestions would you make for implementing the policy of adding economic criteria in extending reservation to the so called forward castes? (L.Q –1991)

Discuss the provisions and significance of the protective discrimination policy towards scheduled castes. Assess its impact on their Social mobility. (L.Q – 1990)

Assertion of ethnic identity and ethnic solidarity has been a pervasive process in India after independence. Analyze this in relation to Constitutional safeguards and emerging national integration. (LQ – 1988)

Define untouchability and point out whether the problem of its removal should be treated as a matter of social reform rather than as a part of administrative and legal measures. (L.Q – 1986)

Identify the main problems of the SCs and discuss the measures adopted to solve them. (L.Q -1985)

7.2 Social Change and Contemporary Tribal societies

Discuss the nature of Social change in Tribal India under the impact of Developmental programmes. (15Marks 2015)

Analyze the programmes for tribal welfare undertaken by the governments in terms of relevant Constitutional and statutory Provisions. (L.Q -1986)

What are the various policies that have been suggested for bringing the tribals into the mainstream of national life? In the interest of the tribals which of these policies do you consider suitable? (L.Q – 1985)

7.3 The Concept of Ethnicity

Rights over resources and Tribal unrest (10Marks 2015)

Discuss the rise of ethno nationalism among Indian tribes with specific example. (15Marks 2014)

What are the significant factors responsible for tribal unrest? (15Marks 2014)

Ethnic movements in India. (10Marks – 2013)

Examine the impact of non-tribal contact on socio-cultural institutions of tribal people with suitable examples. (15Marks – 2013)

Classify the tribal movements in contemporary India in a regional perspective and analyze the contributive factors. (L.Q – 2004)

Identify the causes and consequences of major tribal movements in India. (L.Q – 2003)

What is ethnicity? Does ethnicity add to conflicts and tensions in the society? Illustrate. (L.Q – 2002)

Birsa movement (S.N – 2001)

Ethnic Boundaries (S.N – 2000)

Assess the political and economic role of tribal and rural movements in the creation of the new states of Uttaranchal, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. (L.Q – 2000)

To what extent ethnicity is responsible for the tribal movements in India? Elaborate with Suitable examples. (L.Q – 1995)

Tribal movements – pros and cons (S.N – 1994)

Ethnicity (S.N – 1993)

Discuss the role of socio political movements in the emergence of tribal identity in the Indian context. (L.Q – 1990)

Define the concept of ‘ethnic identity’. Discuss how it is emerging in the context of tribal unrest in some regions of the country (L.Q – 1989)

Racial elements among STs in India (S.N – 1988)

Assertion of ethnic identity and ethnic solidarity has been a pervasive process in India after independence. Analyze this in relation to Constitutional safeguards and emerging national integration. (LQ – 1988)

8.1 Impact of Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam and other religions on tribal societies

Islam and Matriliny. (10Marks 2015

Discuss the impact of Hinduism on the status of Tribal women in Central India (15Marks 2015)

What are the special problems of the Primitive Tribal Groups? How far have the developmental programmes of the government able to address these? (L.Q – 2008)

Programmes of Tribal Development (S.N – 2006)

Elucidate the nature of changes in administration of tribal areas from colonial period to post-Independence era in India. (L.Q – 2005)

Give an account of Joint Forest Management Programmes. What is the role of NGOs in such programmes? (L.Q – 2000)

Outline the historical background of tribal administration during the colonial period. Evaluate post-independence administrative policies with special reference to states under either the fifth schedule or sixth schedule of the Constitution of India. (L.Q – 2000)

Plans and programmes of Tribal development (S.N – 1997)

Role of NGQs in literacy programmes (S.N – 1996)

Critically evaluate various approaches to set the tribal’s within the mainstream of Indian civilization. In your opinion which approach is relevant in the modern context. (L.Q – 1995)

9.2 Role of Anthropology in Tribal and Rural Development

Examine in detail the role of Anthropology in planning for Tribal development. (15Marks 2015)